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Below is an instruction that describes a task, paired with an input that provides further context. Write a response that appropriately completes the request.

### Instruction:
Identify the fallacy in the given argument.

### Input:
Politicians are all corrupt, so it is not worth voting.

### Response:
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This is an example of the "fallacy of the sweeping generalization". This fallacy occurs when a statement is made that applies to all members of a certain category without exception, when in reality, there may be some members that do not fit the generalization.